From Kuta, a road heads east through Praya and the peninsula to Tanjung Luar and on to Pink Beach. From the west coast, add another 1.5 hours through Mataram. For the north-east islands, drive to Transat or Labuhan Pandan, near Labuhan Lombok, and continue by boat.
Routes at a glance
| From | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuta | East via Keruak to Tanjung Luar, then boat to Pink Beach | About 1.5 hours + 45–60 min boat | Tour or private car + boat charter |
| Senggigi / Mataram | East across the island | About 2.5–3 hours | Tour with pick-up or private car |
| Lombok airport (LOP) | East to Tanjung Luar | About 1.5 hours | Private car |
| Sembalun | Down to the east coast near Labuhan Pandan | About 1–1.5 hours | Private car |
| Sumbawa | Ferry from Pototano to Kayangan (near Labuhan Lombok) | About 2 hours by sea | Public ferry; check current schedule |
Getting around east Lombok
There are no regular boats to the islands; you charter a local boat or join a tour. Agree price, route and return time before leaving.
